Can you MEND a broken HEART? Woodturning project with BROWNHEART

In this video, we're going to learn how to Mend a broken heart with woodturning. This project is definitely one of the most difficult I've ever done, but it's also one of the most rewarding.
If you're looking for a challenging woodturning project, look no further! This Mend a broken heart project is sure to challenge your skills and help you learn more about woodturning than you ever have before. Be sure to give it a try!
Thanks for watching and feel free to leave comments in the chat below.
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[@LoisHubbard]

Every single decision you made on this piece just made it better and better. The proportions, swapping out that extra walnut with the extra oak, the shape, the size - you're just becoming a master with the designs as well as with the woodworking. P.s that white pen is oddly satisfying to watch XD

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Lois that is very kind of you to say. The pen is as nice to use as it is to watch, I have a bit of a fetich for pens and I love this one, all I have to do is try not to loose it or have it stolen by one of my kids 😂

[@lornacy]

Well put!

[@robinkerr1624]

Watching your beautiful work reminds me of my childhood watching my father learning to use his lathe. He turned out baseball bats, kitchen paper stands, toilet paper holders and even a mug or two. Sadly his health prevented him progressing any further, but what I saw him do totally engrossed me. Thank you for sparking those memories again, and thank you for the stunning pieces you create. We can never have too much beauty in our lives.

[@MikeHolton]

@@robinkerr1624 Thanks so much Robin, so nice to hear your memories about your father and so glad I have managed to stir these up with my work. All the best, Mike

[@mikehorning4060]

I really didnt think it would remain intact when you neared the edges with the tools. This is a most beautiful piece. absolutely beautiful sir, well done!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Mike, must admit, I was a little worried myself 😀

[@flatflo]

I'm glad you had a vision for this broken wood round, because I sure didn't for a long while! Gorgeous!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Laura 😀

[@NomaD_203]

My thoughts exactly. I really couldn't picture the end product he was describing but it 'turned' out so much better than I imagined. Kudos Mike, for transforming a disaster into a stunning work of art.

[@MikeHolton]

@@NomaD_203 Thanks so much 😀

[@ceciliarunnoe1463]

Oh my goodness! I had no idea you could turn a square bowl ! It is a thing of beauty.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Cecilia I've made a few 😀

[@shelleygreer915]

This is the first time I've ever seen wood turned ingrain--what a magnificent end result!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😊

[@chenjung407ad]

Oh, wow. The reveal of the end grain when you got the wax off the bottom was gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, that is always my favourite bit 😀

[@mountdragon1989]

You weren't kidding when you said it makes a bit of a terrifying noise, it sounded like a helicopter taking off. Another beautiful piece of work that has (turned) out fantastic.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks! The sound is terrifying when it first starts.

[@louisjackson4634]

Wise choice taking up two oak pieces. Another beautiful platter that could quite easily outshine any dining table.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Louis, so happy this worked out, I was ready with a plan B just in case 😊

[@kerstin4516]

I'm a little speechless as well. Lost one of my fingernails by knibbling while watching if the corners would come off. But you were lucky. What a stunning piece!

[@MikeHolton]

Sorry about your nails Kerstin, I was half expecting to loose a chunk of wing at any point 😀

[@trealexander5271]

I really didn't see where this idea was going at first but I'm pleasantly surprised by the result, very unique and eye-catching

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! 😀

[@lynnettejohns4733]

A true master. In tune with the wood. I've not seen anyone do what you do with a lathe. This piece is breathtaking.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Lynn, that is so nice of you to say 😃

[@fionakronert5060]

Well I've been watching on random, but so far, for me, this is my absolute favorite. Mike, you have outdone yourself again. Thanks for the creativity, the content, and the demonstration of skill. Much appreciated.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Fiona 😀

[@user-nx8gk1le2m]

Such a beautiful platter, definitely the right choice switching the walnut for an extra piece of oak, truly lovely

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rena, I'm glad I changed my mind as well 😀

[@lv_woodturner3899]

Very well done as usual. What a workout. I love the piece. In my shop, "Murphy" would have caused the corners to break off if I got the wall thin. I would have needed to go to the 80 grit "chisel" for final shaping of the corners. If you want to prevent tearout on corners of square bowls, glue on sacrificial pieces of e.g., pine then rough cut the overall shape round. After turning then cut off the sacrificial pieces. I suggested this to some local turners and now they always use this technique for making square or rectangular bowls. Dave.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dave you are always a source of reliable information, just wish you lived closer lol 😆

[@lv_woodturner3899]

I also wish we lived within driving distance.

[@lv_woodturner3899]

Overnight thought. In a future square bowl project, consider using the belt sander on the edges like you did for this bowl, but to create a slight curve on each side. May look good, perhaps more visual interest. Dave.

[@cbakerpt]

I've watched quite a few of your videos, working backwards and I think this is my favorite project so far. You should do more of these!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I loved making this one, yes I do intend to do more 😀

[@ronniekeates3349]

Not at all what I expected when I first clicked on the video, but that is a VERY cool piece!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Ronnie, glad you enjoyed it 😀

[@damianlee8149]

Definitely worth persevering, the squared shape works to compliment the splicing. As you say, it would make a great valentines present

[@MikeHolton]

Totally! and thanks, all the best, Mike 😊

[@stevedoran3631]

When I saw this at the beginning I thought naaaaaaa...... then you finished it out........ Superb!...... what a fantastic piece that ended up...... astonishing!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Steve😀

[@MightyWizardTim]

I never would have thought of leaving it square. That turned out amazing. (Now it's time to invest in a band saw.)

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tim, I would really love a good bandsaw 😂

[@rexmorgan6445]

Mike this one has left me speechless. That is not an easy task. Great work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Rex, it was a lot harder than I thought it would be 😁

[@dougb100]

So much more satisfaction completing a challenging project, well done.

[@MikeHolton]

It really is! I love it when I'm made to take real care and try to be as accurate as possible. 😀

[@GaryGlass-DriftwoodTurner]

Hi Mike, you made that look very easy when in reality I know for sure it would not have been. It turned out beautiful though, excellent job.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 👍 honestly I think that was the hardest turning I've had. All the best, Mike

[@marilyngianadda1661]

A wonderful bowl with a distinctive Japanese feeling ! Bravo! ❤️

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Marilyn 😀

[@Rogster559]

Absolutely fantastic platter, the lighter Timbers really enhance the beautiful platter well done from Tasmania Australia 🇦🇺

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much 😊

[@lizacole9520]

Well worth watching again. I love the juxtaposition of the bold parallel stripes with the oval grain of the brown heart. ❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Liza, this is one of my favourites, hard but came out so well 😀

[@David-rx2uh]

Beautiful piece. I was holding my breath on the corners.

[@MikeHolton]

You're not the only one David, that was tense! 😀

[@4fhomeandfarm832]

The color and grain of that wood when you wiped the inside down with isopropyl then later finished it just blew me away. That was a verry beautiful piece. Amazing work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! I do love this wood, am trying to get some more but finding it very hard!

[@stucook8622]

I didn't think the corners would hold but they did. It is beautiful.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Stu, I was not sure either 😀

[@k9insomniac783]

You always get such cool wood to turn. I’m starting to get pretty jealous here my friend.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha sorry, I work hard to find the unusual, it can get expensive but revenue from the channel covers most of it. Everything I make is put back so we can get more and more interesting things 😀

[@k9insomniac783]

@@MikeHolton That’s why your successful Mike. Not only your calm and kind nature, but your reaching lots of different people. Some of which aren’t even turners, just people who enjoy the process. I’ve seen older channels that turn a maple or poplar bowl once every two weeks and upload it just to have some content but they don’t seem to invest in the channel. Into the very people who support them and have grown along with them. This sets you apart my friend. Truly I say this, you’ve done well my friend. Don’t change your formula. It’s perfect.

[@fionacrouch1732]

​@@k9insomniac783true words and well said

[@MikeHolton]

@@k9insomniac783 thanks Brother, you know I will always do my best, if I ever get complacent or boring please feel free to pop over and give me a slap 🤣😂

[@RattiDave]

Mike - Amazing pattern in that end grain. Even the corners came out perfect. You never cease to amaze.

[@MikeHolton]

Cheers Dave, that brownheart really is something else!

[@johnbuchanan578]

The challenge was really worth it, what a beautiful piece of work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks John 😊

[@karenstafford724]

That's certainly something very different. ❤❤❤😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 👍 😃

[@cottrilltoolwoodworks]

Big thumbs up! Those wings are a pain in the you know what.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha they certainly are, all the best, Mike 😃

[@user-fr1wj6co2n]

Definately better with the two Oak strips instead of two walnut. The platter is just gorgeous. You do awesome work

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Ronald, so kind of you to say 😀

[@avinut]

Looks like one needs listen to the wood and adjust accordingly. Gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much! Acoustic 😃

[@brummiedoug1]

Bloody fantastic Mike ,very well done .You’re an inspiration to us all .please keep them coming 😊😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you, I will do my best 😀

[@petetap4255]

I didn't think the Walnut ,Oak parallels would work but,surprisingly they do..lovely piece ,nice one.👍👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@lornacy]

This one is really lovely. Lois Hubbard two days ago said exactly what I am thinking. Wonderfully done 👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😃

[@MegaBalea123]

that dark color with the stripes in there look really awesome! altough i was scared of it flying out at the beginning haha :D

[@MikeHolton]

You are not the only one 😀 all the best, Mike

[@bnaivar]

I'm working on a Brownheart mug now. It is very difficult to turn. I've had to put it on hold while I have knee replacement surgery. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. 😁

[@MikeHolton]

Hi Bill, yes indeed it is very tough wood, a lot harder than oak!! Hope your knee has a speedy recovery and you can finish it off, all the best, Mike 😀

[@user-ui9rp3ge9d]

Beautiful way to salvage a damaged piece!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers Stephen 😃

[@michaelfelixb1316]

Sehr schön wie das hellere Holz die Schale beeinflusst. Wunderschön gemacht. 👏 👌🤗

[@MikeHolton]

Danke Michael, ich bin froh, dass ich die Eiche hineingelegt habe, um das Design aufzulockern 😀

[@nigelharvey210]

absolutely awesome, you persevered and won and mended the broken heart. even the bottom looks brilliant. well done

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Nigel 😀

[@timponder7487]

I love the way the colors blend together to make a beautiful piece Mike. No heartbreaking today 🎉

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😀

[@stephanielovatt2787]

Seriously, Well done! I am truly impressed with it! Turning a winged bowl can be quite scary, with the sound and sight of those tips whizzing around near your hands. This one came out so very well! Well done!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Stephanie, the noise this one made was terrifying lol 😂

[@MrJeremySF]

This one is a true work of art.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@peterloos8027]

Mike, calling yourself a woodturner is an understatement; you are a woodturning artist!!!! Another gorgious bowl!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Peter that is very kind of you to say 😊

[@kensmith1522]

That is a monumental turn! well done

[@lizacole9520]

Another beautiful piece! I'm so glad you are starting to sell your work. You deserve to be rewarded well for your skill both in turning and presenting. And it fab for folk to be able to own one of your beautiful pieces.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Liza, I'm thinking of making a batch of bowls for a lower fixed cost so those who can't afford to get in a bidding war can get something. All the best, Mike

[@lizacole9520]

@@MikeHolton fab plan...Cmas is coming after all!

[@MikeHolton]

@@lizacole9520 Thanks, all I need now is time to do it 🤣

[@Moongoofy51]

This is stunning. You have created an amazing piece for someone's table.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😀

[@user-ys7mh2qe2l]

I was disappointed that you were cutting up such a nice piece of wood, but adding the other strips of wood made for an amazing bowl with contrast. Beautiful woodwork!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! I would have loved to have turned this in one piece but the split was impossible to fix

[@Zander1509]

Beautiful bowl which tested your skills.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much and it certainly did lol

[@1954JDR]

That piece is absolutely gorgeous.👍👍

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! Cheers! 😁

[@lcsaba92]

This is my favorite of your pieces that I saw so far. Absolutely gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much 😊

[@EightBitTony]

Definitely made the right choice with the oak. Looks incredible.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Tony, yeah I know as soon as I did it 😀

[@robertkurilla7859]

What a gorgeous platter. It’s amazing what you can do with a piece of wood. Thank you for the video I loved it.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Robert, glad you liked it 😀

[@paulevans180]

Fantastic looking bowl, you were right about using 2 pieces of oak . Thank you for explaining your decisions along the way, it makes an inexperienced turner look at his pieces of wood in a different way.

[@MikeHolton]

My pleasure Paul, this is a voyage of discovery for me and I just want to share my experiences so we can all learn together 😀

[@kingsrealm2]

I've watched a few of your videos without subscribing. However after this one and the bog wood bowl I'm hooked. I'm also a wood turner and your work is inspirational. Can't wait to try a platter myself.

[@MikeHolton]

Welcome aboard and thanks so much for your support, all the best, Mike 😀

[@noelgreen9381]

This is a beautiful piece. For end grain turning, you did amazing. Suggest you may want to make a couple of small companions bowls or cups from the off cuts of the brownheart.

[@MikeHolton]

Not a bad idea Noel 😀

[@marybethhuson295]

It actually looks kinda like a heart in the middle that you cut and mended with the splice. Very beautiful platter!

[@MikeHolton]

Oh thank you Mary, you are right it does 😀

[@marybethhuson295]

@@MikeHoltonYou truly mended a broken heart 💔

[@MikeHolton]

@@marybethhuson295 😁🤩😅

[@2CraftySeniors]

I wondered when you began to make this one how it would turn out. Beautiful, that's how. 🥰

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊

[@keithmishler4095]

Absolutely gorgeous this piece here will command a high price. Keep up the Awesome work.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much, very kind of you to say Keith 😀

[@kirbyralston5234]

That really turned out well. I was a bit skeptical initially, but you prevailed wonderfully. 😊

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you! 😊

[@SilverBack.]

Mike Amazing result, well done 👏👏

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Doug, all the best, Mike 😀

[@stephencarey6114]

Wowser that's a gorgeous bowl.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Stephen 😀

[@user-gf1bb5lk5w]

A showstopper, if ever there was one!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks James 😂

[@vinimarshall7301]

Thats a beautiful platter , top class Mike 👏👏👏👏

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks my friend, came out quite nice 🙂

[@johnwhitteron5296]

Stunning result after a shaky start.

[@MikeHolton]

Haha thanks John, the start was not the greatest lol 😀

[@karenmaverick8476]

Lovely wood Mike & beautiful platter, it's British racing stripe looks great 👏

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you like it, the stripes came out nice 😂

[@scottbarlowe2328]

This may be my favorite piece. I love the color and grain pattern

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Scott, it is one of mine as well 😀

[@cynthiahamptonprince9449]

You honor the wood with your talent. I honestly think you could take wood from an Oklahoma blackjack tree and turn a masterpiece!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, I have never even heard of that wood 😀

[@alainnoel2198]

Quite creative. I’ve enjoyed the whole discussion over the production of a very nice plate.

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you enjoyed it Alain, lots of fun to make 😀

[@kevingavin1240]

Beautiful, exceptional. What other words can describe this piece.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Kevin, really appreciate your comment, all the best, Mike 😀

[@jsprankel4712]

Beautiful piece, Mike! Love the 'racing stripe'! It really looks good though. Great job!

[@MikeHolton]

Glad you like it Jim, racing stripes may become my term for these 😀

[@brycegenevaostler9359]

Mike very nice job on saving a piece of wood that most of us would not know want to do with it. Too bad that it came in broken. I would love to have seen wgat you would have done with the whole cookie. Gorgeous wood. Thanks again for dharing your talent with a whole bunch of people you don't know.🎉

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Bryce and you're welcome. I would have loved to have turned this into a bit natural edge platter. It would have had to be turned outboard which would have been a bit scary given the weight but it would have been a lot of fun. Hopefully I can find another 😃

[@heatherharcrow6156]

Love the mend glad you switched it up.

[@MikeHolton]

Me too! 😀

[@albertdawson6814]

Mike you always give me some great ideas. Thank you for sharing. I hope I see you on the next one

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Albert, not sure what the next project is (I have many ideas) but it will be out next Tuesday 😀

[@stuart26feb]

Absolutely beautiful piece. I can't wait to get my workshop up and running again. Just so I can try and make some stuff as wonderful as yours.

[@MikeHolton]

Good luck Stuart, I'm sure you will have a blast 😀

[@donaldadams5342]

This is one SUPER platter Mike. I'm sure you were disappointed that it split in two during transit but maybe it worked in your favour. Your carefully considered solution with the cut down & 3 inserts, off centre & all, was a brilliant solution resulting in a masterpiece. Brilliant description as you went about solving the split & rot problem plus a lot of hard work was all outstanding to watch & listen to. Cheers, Don from South Australia.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Don, this was a lot of fun to work out but a bit of a challenge to turn, loved every second 😀

[@torreysturnings61]

Hello Mike, my first ciment long time followers and borrower of ideas, absolutely love your approach to woodturning. Thanks for inspiring me! Keep pumping out the Vids.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much, I took a quite look at your channel, you do some beautiful work my friend. Thanks for your support it means a lot, all the best, Mike

[@bonitagoodwin5086]

❤ Absolutely Beautiful ❤ Congratulations!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you so much Bonita 😃

[@jaxxlawson4545]

A very, very special piece. Well done

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Jaxx 😀

[@andrewhall1693]

Perfect contrasting wood.....Braw job Mike ....thanks for sharing

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Andrew 😄

[@chrisboon09]

What an awesome piece. I must admit I was struggling to visualise the end result, so what a pleasant suprise

[@MikeHolton]

I had a reasonable idea what it would look like but it did look better than I had hoped 😀

[@mickwilson127]

Just fabulous, I’d like to see that on eBay, I was highest bidder on two of the others for a while 😢

[@MikeHolton]

Sorry to hear that Mick, I will be putting this on eBay in the next 24 hours 😀

[@mirimeijers9053]

I love how you solve problems. :-)

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks! I've had a lot of practice 🤣

[@DavidBird-uu8km]

My Wife says wow. Very nice I would like to this on ebay. I am following your other pieces of art on ebay. A great design.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks David, I think I will put it on, if you turn on notifications you will see when it's listed. All the best, Mike 😀

[@petershipman7314]

Simply stunning the stripe sets it off 🎉❤well done.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much Peter, you are too kind 😊

[@user-ml8je4zj1t]

Turning a rectangular bowl sounds impossible until you see a master at work. Beautiful piece excellently crafted. Swapping out the oak and walnut made this work perfectly.

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much James, must admit it was a lot harder than I expected 😀

[@baconsoda]

This is really wonderful! The grain match worked out really well so that was great planning. Well done Sir. Best Wishes, Brendan.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Brendan, the wood is just stunning I'm trying to find some more brownheart as I would love to turn a piece that is not end grain but at the moment I just can't find any anywhere in the UK.

[@deehenry1983]

i absolutely adore this. it is extraordinarily beautiful. thank you yet again.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Dee, must admit, I think this is about my favourite so far 😀

[@geoffwebb1971]

Another stunning piece, your inspiration seems limitless for these projects. Awaiting the next project with eager anticipation .

[@MikeHolton]

Thank you very much Geoff, next one will be out on Tuesday 😃

[@OmegaPrime76]

Oh my god! This is beautiful!!!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks so much 😊

[@jeff_at_woodlandturns]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Jeff 😀

[@Dibanator]

This is amazing the most beautiful thing I’ve seen in quite some time

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks, so nice of you to say 😃

[@lynnrogers-zx5yp]

Totally Beautiful. Your talent and patience are amazing…

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Lynn, very kind of you to say 😀

[@sandracook455]

Love love love it!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Sandra, this is still one of my favourites 😀

[@c.a.chambers68]

Just pure beauty

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks 😀

[@teresamcfadden2414]

Never heard of this wood, it was a fun journey to watch. The grain is very interesting. Great piece at the end.you can tell in a hard wood the shavings are dust.

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Teresa, glad you enjoyed it, all the best, Mike 😀

[@ClickandTurn]

Another great job, looks totally fab. I watched this the other day, but KZbin crashed when I added the comment .... sorry for the repeat if it did appear somewhere in the comments!! Loving the contrast with the Oak pieces. Nice one! 👌

[@MikeHolton]

Thanks Paul, don;t worry about it, it happens a lot to me which is really quite frustrating, all the best, Mike